Italian Black Olives Whole Canned in Saline Solution from Japan
Authentic Italian black olives canned in saline, not pitted, for use in pasta and antipasti. Classified in HTS 2005.70.50 due to saline preservation, canned form, black color, and whole pits.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain PDO certification docs if claiming Italian origin for potential preferences
• Test for brine salinity to confirm not vinegar-based
• Avoid packing in sets with other foods, which could change to prepared food headings